BEREAVED DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS MAKE MEANING THROUGH RELIGION IN A PHOTO-ELICITATION INTERVENTION
2024
Bereaved Dementia Caregivers Find Meaning Through Religion
Sample size: 12
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Yang Annabelle, Bogdewiecz Taryn, Benson Jacquelyn, Washington Karla, Rolbiecki Abigail
Primary Institution: Washington University in St. Louis
Hypothesis
How do caregivers of persons living with dementia make meaning of their experiences during bereavement?
Conclusion
Caregivers expressed that religious and spiritual coping helped them find peace and comfort during their bereavement.
Supporting Evidence
- Caregivers found peace knowing their loved ones were in Heaven.
- Hope for the future was expressed because caregivers believed God has a plan.
- Comfort was derived from scripture and nature.
Takeaway
When people who take care of loved ones with dementia lose them, talking about their feelings and using their faith can help them feel better.
Methodology
Qualitative analysis of Facebook posts from caregivers using consensus coding.
Participant Demographics
Caregivers of persons living with dementia from hospices across the Midwest and Northeast US.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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